Why was the period from 1550 to 1650 called spain's “golden age”?

a.
spanish scientists invented many new technologies during this period.

b.
spanish leaders financed the expansion of their empire with gold.

c.
millions of tons of gold were discovered in spain during this period.

d.
spanish rulers funded the arts with gold and silver from spain's american colonies.

D. Spanish rulers funded the arts with gold and silver from Spain's American colonies.

Explanation: The Spanish claimed colonies in the Americas therefore the American colonies funded the golden age.

the minoan civilization flourished in the middle bronze age on the island of crete located in the eastern mediterranean from c. 2000 bce until c. 1500 bce. with their unique art and architecture, and the spread of their ideas through contact with other cultures across the aegean, the minoans made a significant contribution to the development of western european civilization as it is known today. labyrinth-like palace complexes, vivid frescoes depicting scenes such as bull-leaping and processions, fine gold jewelry, elegant stone vases, and pottery with vibrant decorations of marine life are all particular features of minoan crete.  

so basically their unique way of ding arts, as well as architecture.